Only Chance Charters
Only Chance Charters
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If you're here to make the most of fishing in Galveston, look no further than Only Chance Charters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain John is prepared to put you on fish.
These waters are known for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Cobia, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Red Snapper, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, you'll find out for yourself! During the trip you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to maintain your energy throughout the trip!
You'll be welcome aboard a 26' Robalo center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.
You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
It's recommended to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Only Chance Charters.
If you're here to make the most of fishing in Galveston, look no further than Only Chance Charters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain John is prepared to put you on fish.
These waters are known for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Cobia, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Red Snapper, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, you'll find out for yourself! During the trip you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to maintain your energy throughout the trip!
You'll be welcome aboard a 26' Robalo center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.
You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
It's recommended to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Only Chance Charters.
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We did the 2hr trip as last time I was here I booked a 6hr trip with a different charter and experienced really bad motion sickness as we went out pretty far. I wasnt sure if Incould handle more than 2hrs. I am wishing we would have gotten the 4 or 6hr. I explained my concerens of going into more choppy waters to Captain Doug, he listened to my concerns and kept us in calmer waters. He was super patient, friendly, informative and helpful. We caught several fish and were able to keep a few to take home.
Thank you for fishing with us Keely. We hope to see you again soon for that 4 or 6 hour trip!
If you are looking for an incredible fishing experience, book with Capt. John! He was an absolute professional and a fantastic guide who helped us every step of the way. His expertise really showed, and he made sure everyone on board had a great time and learned a lot. The highlight of our trip was catching two massive sharks, both around 5 feet long! It was an absolute thrill, and we couldn't have done it without his guidance. 10/10 highly recommend Capt. John—we will definitely be fishing with him again!
Thanks for the review Tomas! We hope to see you again soon!
This trip was everything I was wishing for and more. My three older kids and myself attended. Captian John took us to multiple spots. Along with an awesome fishing experience we caught the sunrise, saw dolphins and played music through his bluetooth device. He was super knowledgeable and helpful throughout the trip. We all had the best time and created memories we will never forget! He was even accommodating to all our picture taking. Great stressfree experience. We plan to come back this summer time!
Thank you Robyn! Had fun with you guys, cant wait to see you again!
Captian Doug created the most unique experience for sure. He was very laid back and extremely professional. He definitely went above and beyond to show us the full experience. We had never fished in the ocean before and with his expertise we both caught decent sized black tip sharks. He cleaned them when we got back and sent us to a restaurant that actually cooked it for us. He knew all the good spots and would absolutely go again!! We will recommend this experience to all of our friends!
Hey Natasha were so glad you had a great time! Hopefully we see you giys again soon.
We had a fantastic experience fishing with Captain John from Only Chance Charters! He was attentive, personable, and incredibly helpful through our trip. He made sure everyone was comfortable, answered questions, and gave tips that were useful but not condescending, which helped us have a successful and fun day on the water. We really enjoyed our time and would definitely recommend fishing with if your looking for s relaxed and enjoyable charters experience!
Thank you Ben! You guys were awesome, hope to see you again soon!
FAQs about Only Chance Charters
- US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Beginner Light Tackle (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Beginner Light Tackle - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Beginner Light Tackle - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
- US $525 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle (4 hours)
- US $525 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $525 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $575 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle (4 hours)
- US $575 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $575 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Combo (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Combo - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Combo - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle (6 hours)
- US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle (6 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $725 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Combo (6 hours)
- US $725 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Combo - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore State Waters (6 hours)
- US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore State Waters - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Shark Hunt (6 hours)
- US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Shark Hunt - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $1,500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore State Waters (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Multimedia system
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Live bait (1-2 quarts shrimp) is included in the price of the trip. Additional bait may be purchased upon request. Depending on season and type of trip we may fish for some live bait as well.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting of your catch is included in the cost of the trip.)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (within 9 miles )
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Flounder
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Pompano
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Bonnethead)
- Shark (Hammerhead)
- Sheepshead
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout
Your captain
Capt. John Lozano is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Galveston, Texas. Join them on a thrilling fishing trip where you might reel in Black Drum, Sheepshead and King Mackerel (Kingfish). The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Capt. John Lozano is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Galveston, Texas. Join them on a thrilling fishing trip where you might reel in Black Drum, Sheepshead and King Mackerel (Kingfish). The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
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How cancellations work
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
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Visa
Mastercard
American Express
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Galveston right now
Black Drum
Cobia
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Spanish Mackerel
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